Industry News

U.S. Hispanic Households to Outspend White Households
The growing demographic is projected to make $2.5 million in average lifetime purchases.
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Thursday, May 16, 2019
Will Mexico’s Fuel Thief Victory Last?
The crackdown on thieves who siphon fuel from pipelines has reduced theft by 95%.
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Thursday, May 16, 2019
Channeling Game of Thrones to Fight Obesity
The foodservice industry needs to follow the healthy lead of convenience retailers.
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Thursday, May 16, 2019
Plant-Based Burger Demand Soars
Restaurants can’t keep up with the clamor for the Impossible Burger as company experiences shortage.
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Thursday, May 16, 2019
Gen Z and Millennials Love Bread, Hate Food Waste
Forty-eight percent of millennials buy or eat fewer baked goods than they did a year ago because of associated food waste.
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Wednesday, May 15, 2019
Meal Kits Migrate into Grocery Stores
As online subscription model falters, meal kit companies are looking to retail distribution and sales for help.
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Wednesday, May 15, 2019
EPA Eyeing Partial Exemptions Under RFS
The agency received requests from 36 refineries for exemptions from blending compliance rules.
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Wednesday, May 15, 2019
High-Tech Dog Houses
Pet-tech startup DogSpot offers a safe place for pups to hang out while their owners shop.
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Wednesday, May 15, 2019
CBD and Cannabis News Update
This week’s CBD and cannabis updates from the United States and around the globe.
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Wednesday, May 15, 2019
FDA Permits Sale of IQOS Tobacco Heating System
However, the agency placed stringent marketing restrictions on heated tobacco products aimed at preventing youth access and exposure to the new products.
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Wednesday, May 15, 2019
Texas Considers Ban on Junk Food, Sugared Beverages for SNAP
The legislation would prohibit recipients from purchasing candy, energy drinks and soda with food stamps.
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Wednesday, May 15, 2019
Coca-Cola Labels-Turned-Wristbands Unlock Epic Summer Experiences
The company launches its first summer campaign in six years.
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Wednesday, May 15, 2019
Sheetz For the Kidz Donates $601,000 to Help Feed Children
The donation will help to provide six million meals for youth who struggle with hunger.
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Friday, May 10, 2019
Will Oreos Come With CBD?
Mondelez announced it is exploring the possibility of adding CBD to snack products.
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Friday, May 10, 2019
Spend Your Summer Learning With NACS
The association has three summer programs designed specifically for senior-level retail members.
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Friday, May 10, 2019
More Young Americans Sipping Caffeinated Energy Drinks
Researchers connect health and behavior issues with high consumption of energy drinks.
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Wednesday, May 01, 2019
More Young Americans Sipping Caffeinated Energy Drinks
Researchers connect health and behavior issues with high consumption of energy drinks.
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Friday, May 10, 2019
Senate Bill Seeks to Prevent Online E-Cigarette Sales to Minors
The NACS-supported legislation follows successful advocacy efforts by convenience retailers.
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Friday, May 10, 2019
NACS, SIGMA Respond to Proposed FDA E-Cigarette Policy
Members of Congress also raise concerns about the agency’s draft guidance on flavored e-cigarettes.
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Friday, May 10, 2019
Condiments Are Hot Again, Thanks to Millennials
Mix ‘em, mash ‘em and spice ‘em up—manufacturers are giving old standbys a kick.
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Friday, May 10, 2019
McDonald’s Installs 700 AI-Powered Menu Boards
Fast-food giant is incentivizing employees to improve drive-thru sales and speed up breakfast orders.
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Friday, May 10, 2019
Retailers Should Market Based on Gen Z’s Traits
They are savvy, quirky, independent financial planners.
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Friday, May 10, 2019
EU Accepts Visa and Mastercard Offer to End Antitrust Probe
The agreement could cut interchange fees by 40% on average.
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Friday, May 10, 2019
NACS, Fuel Marketers, Comment on EPA’s RIN Market Proposal
The groups call on the agency to focus on enhancing disclosure requirements, not modifying market behavior.
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Friday, May 10, 2019
Forecourt Deliveries Tap Idle Time at the Pump
Order ahead by phone or app and pick it up while refueling; QuikTrip is one c-store testing the idea.
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Friday, May 10, 2019

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